I’m looking for a good all around 80-110$ Baitcasting reel I will be putting this reel on a 7 ft 1 inch bass x st. Croix MH rod any suggestions

I have several of the Lews LFS reels the are 99 bucks at the stores you can sometimes find them cheaper on Ebay.

Granted this is just my opinion, but I think Lews has this price range pretty nailed down. I haven't bought a reel in a few years but I have two Lews from around that price range and they definitely punch above their price category imo. The Speed Spool LFS is probably their best seller and it can be found pretty much everywhere for $99.99. I have also heard great things about the Shimano Casitas ($99.99 on TW).

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a Fuego CT. 69.90 on EBay!

I’m buying from Cabela’s in store the feugo is on sale etheir that the casitas or the LFS 

The Shimano Casitas outperformed most other $99 dollar reels in the 99 dollar reel shootout done by TheReelTest on YouTube when it came down to casting distance.

 

The Daiwa Fuego CT is HUGE bang for your buck, casts a few feet shorter or longer depending on the bait in those tests if I'm not mistaken, and can be had for around 70 bucks.  Oh, and the Magforce Z brakes are foolproof.

 

Oh, and Fuego translates to fire.

 

It's also interesting to note that the drag was also tested at a full pound heavier than advertised. 

PM sent.

Fuego CT or Tatula CT. They're the best in that price range and I don't think anything else is really that close. 

11 minutes ago, Buffdaddy54 said:

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a Fuego CT. 69.90 on EBay!

You can get one for $59 with the ebay promo code right now.

4 minutes ago, Tywithay said:

Fuego CT or Tatula CT. They're the best in that price range and I don't think anything else is really that close. 

You can get one for $59 with the ebay promo code right now.

WHATS THE PROMO CODE?????

Pinned on the main Rod/Reel page.....a wealth of info for those who seek it out. You'll get 40 replies here with 40 different answers.

 

 

@roadwarrior is the bomb, he has everything about everything on here. He's the father of BR. lol

19 minutes ago, Buffdaddy54 said:

WHATS THE PROMO CODE?????

PMEMDAY 

It's only valid with certain sellers, but the Fuego is available. The one I used it's  $69.95 with a free reel pouch, but the code knocks off 15%. Seller is triacetackle2016.

Revo X

Fuego CT. Then you'll have money left over for line and bait.

 

PFLUEGER SUPREME 99.99

 

 

QUANTUM TEAM KVD 79.99

KASTKING ASSASSIN 59.98

 

YOU CAN BUY DECENT BAITCASTERS OFF THE STORE RACK THESE DAYS...COME A LONG WAY...

It's been a while since we've had a thread like this 

 

 

Any opinions on which of the reels in the $99.99 class is best for casting 1/4 to 3/8 ounce lures consistently?  While I wouldn't remotely consider myself a long bomber of a caster, I do feel like I have range well beyond my accuracy.  Consequentially, casting distance is a consideration, but it is secondary to me by comparison to not back lashing with lighter lures. 

1 hour ago, bhoff said:

Granted this is just my opinion, but I think Lews has this price range pretty nailed down. I haven't bought a reel in a few years but I have two Lews from around that price range and they definitely punch above their price category imo. The Speed Spool LFS is probably their best seller and it can be found pretty much everywhere for $99.99. I have also heard great things about the Shimano Casitas ($99.99 on TW).

^^^This. I bought both of my Lew's for $80 on sale at Cabela's and I can vouch for the quality and tightness of the LFS reels. They are so good I'm thinking about buying a third.

Lews Tournament MB on the big auction site for around $106. 

Tatula ct 

Casitas LFS or fuego leave comment which one I should get 

3 hours ago, Buffdaddy54 said:

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a Fuego CT. 69.90 on EBay!

Keep an eye open.  I have seen them for a few pennies under $56....without a promotion code.

For someone who has the baitcaster thumb in the bag, casitas. For someone looking to get the most out of a baitcaster or someone who isn't a pro-thumb, fuego all day.

You can get a Tatula CT on eBay for around $100. I got a Pfluefer Supreme XT on ebay for $110 which I'm not sure you will find again but if you can, I'd be all over that. I had a 20% off coupon code around xmas to get it that cheaply, but I would say it's similar to a Curado and will put the Tatula CT or Casitas to shame. It's a lesser known reel, but a very nice one and having a six pin centrifugal brake setup, it's good for both pros and beginners.

 

If you don't trust ebay or whatever, then maybe the Fuego. Lews also has some good offerings at that price point.

4 hours ago, Tywithay said:

PMEMDAY 

It's only valid with certain sellers, but the Fuego is available. The one I used it's  $69.95 with a free reel pouch, but the code knocks off 15%. Seller is triacetackle2016.

I can vouch for that seller. My Fuego CT just came in. The free pouch is too small for the reel. Probably meant for a Lews!

 

On topic, if you have smaller hands or prefer smaller profile, get Lews. Otherwise, Fuego CT all the way.